Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology

About Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology

About Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology

Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Guilford Publications (United States). It focuses on Q3. Publication coverage spans 1983-1985, 1987-1988, 1990, 1996-2025.

Key indicators: ISSN 0736-7236; H-index 121.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

• H-index (121): Exceptionally high — 121 articles have each been cited at least 121 times. This indicates deep, sustained influence in the field.

Publishing in Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology

An established venue in its field. The journal welcomes solid, well-executed research. Ensure your manuscript fits the stated scope and follows author guidelines carefully.

• Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q3. Off-scope manuscripts are typically desk-rejected quickly.
• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology?
0736-7236.

Who publishes Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology?
Guilford Publications.

What are Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology's metrics?
H-index 121.

Is Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.